Assistant Professor of Environmental Economics
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Assistant Professor of Environmental Economics
Department of Food and Resource Economics
Faculty of Science
University of Copenhagen
Department of Food and Resource Economics invites applicants for an assistant professor position in forest economics, water management and conservation. The position is a 4 year position and is open from November 1st, 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The position
We are seeking an environmental economist with experience in interdisciplinary applied research to work on a number of projects related to forest economics, water management and conservation. Experience with both stated and revealed preference methods are required, as well as insight into crucial topics of resilience and sustainability related to forestry. The candidate is expected to lead work related to forest ecosystem service using advanced regression techniques and impact evaluation. Furthermore, the candidate will be working on water management and economics in developing countries. It is therefore beneficial to have experience from research in both developing and developed countries.
The assistant professor’s duties will primarily include research, including obligations with regard to publication/scientific communication, research-based teaching with associated examination obligations in an interdisciplinary course focusing on nature, environment and society. The candidate will also contribute to public sector advisory and to a limited extent also performance of other duties.
Physical presence at IFRO is considered as a natural part of being an employee to contribute to a welcoming, socially pleasant, creative and innovative work environment. IFRO offers possibility for flexibility and working from home, but an employee is expected to regularly be present physically at IFRO.
Assessment of applicants will primarily consider their level of documented, internationally competitive research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory but documented teaching qualifications and teaching experience will be considered.
Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. The six criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding and leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates. Furthermore, each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Please read more at https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnskabelige-stillinger/dokumenter-til-meritering/5a_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Assistant_professors.pdf .
Further information on the Department is linked at http://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Jette Bredahl Jacobsen jbj@ifro.ku.dk.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Please include
The deadline for applications is 24 September 2025, 23:59 GMT +1.
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Interviews/trial lectures will be held in week 43.
Please refer to the following no. in future communication in this case: 211-0528/25-2A.
Faculty of Science
University of Copenhagen
Department of Food and Resource Economics invites applicants for an assistant professor position in forest economics, water management and conservation. The position is a 4 year position and is open from November 1st, 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The position
We are seeking an environmental economist with experience in interdisciplinary applied research to work on a number of projects related to forest economics, water management and conservation. Experience with both stated and revealed preference methods are required, as well as insight into crucial topics of resilience and sustainability related to forestry. The candidate is expected to lead work related to forest ecosystem service using advanced regression techniques and impact evaluation. Furthermore, the candidate will be working on water management and economics in developing countries. It is therefore beneficial to have experience from research in both developing and developed countries.
The assistant professor’s duties will primarily include research, including obligations with regard to publication/scientific communication, research-based teaching with associated examination obligations in an interdisciplinary course focusing on nature, environment and society. The candidate will also contribute to public sector advisory and to a limited extent also performance of other duties.
Physical presence at IFRO is considered as a natural part of being an employee to contribute to a welcoming, socially pleasant, creative and innovative work environment. IFRO offers possibility for flexibility and working from home, but an employee is expected to regularly be present physically at IFRO.
Assessment of applicants will primarily consider their level of documented, internationally competitive research. The ability to attract external funding will be considered together with outreach qualifications. Teaching qualifications are not mandatory but documented teaching qualifications and teaching experience will be considered.
Six overall criteria apply for assistant professor appointments at the University of Copenhagen. The six criteria (research, teaching, societal impact, organisational contribution, external funding and leadership) are considered a framework for the overall assessment of candidates. Furthermore, each candidate must be assessed according to the specific requirements stated in the job advertisement. Please read more at https://jobportal.ku.dk/videnskabelige-stillinger/kriterier-for-videnskabelige-stillinger/dokumenter-til-meritering/5a_Criteria_for_recognising_merit_-Assistant_professors.pdf .
Further information on the Department is linked at http://www.science.ku.dk/english/about-the-faculty/organisation/. Inquiries about the position can be made to Professor Jette Bredahl Jacobsen jbj@ifro.ku.dk.
The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
Terms of employment
The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.
Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.
Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.
Please include
- Curriculum vitae
- Diplomas (Master and PhD degree or equivalent)
- Research plan – description of current and future research plans
- If available, description and documentation of teaching and supervision experience and qualifications - please describe and document:
- Experience with supervision of BSc and MSc students
- Teaching experience
- Formal pedagogical training
- Complete publication list
- Separate reprints of 5 particularly relevant papers
The deadline for applications is 24 September 2025, 23:59 GMT +1.
After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.
You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk/faculty/recruitment-process/.
Interviews/trial lectures will be held in week 43.
Please refer to the following no. in future communication in this case: 211-0528/25-2A.